Don't Be Afraid to Ask "Stupid" Questions During Your Probation

There's a brief window when asking basic questions is not just acceptable but expected. Once you've been there a year, asking "How does our billing system work?" feels awkward. During your first months, it's smart. Use this grace period wisely. Ask about processes, acronyms, historical decisions, and anything that seems obvious but isn't documented anywhere. The people who stay confused in silence end up making avoidable mistakes months later.